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Yankees Add Noisy Stadium Tech After Fan Distraction

8/19/2026

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  • Director Vincent Zielen said the Louisville Bats’ “Nothing Night” on July 8, 2026— a game without music— aimed to counter noise and entertainment.
  • Yankees spokesperson Jason Zillo said the club added dugout speakers in 2022, home-plate speakers in 2023, and a DJ with music in 2024 after input from Rizzo, Stanton and Judge.
  • Yankees reported 17.2% of 2023 pitches produced a ball in play and phones distracted fans on 83% of pitches.